Pindi Charkan Khurd - Arnia, Jammu
Pindi Charkan Khurd is a village situated in the Arnia tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Bishnah and around 42 km from Jammu. Changia serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pindi Charkan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pindi Charkan Khurd is 006270. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.4 hectares and falls under the 181131 pincode. Aruna is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Pindi Charkan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bishnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pindi Charkan Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Pindi Charkan Khurd village had a total population of 338 people, including 163 males and 175 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.09%, with male literacy at 90.78% and female literacy at 74.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 338 | 163 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 35 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Pindi Charkan Khurd
Pindi Charkan Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Pindi Charkan Khurd
Pindi Charkan Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aruna to Pindi Charkan Khurd is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Pindi Charkan Khurd is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pindi Charkan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pindi Charkan Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pindi Charkan Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pindi Charkan Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Pindi Charkan Khurd
Where is Pindi Charkan Khurd located?
Pindi Charkan Khurd village is located in Arnia Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pindi Charkan Khurd?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pindi Charkan Khurd is Changia.
What is the pincode of Pindi Charkan Khurd?
The pincode of Pindi Charkan Khurd is 181131.
What is the population of Pindi Charkan Khurd?
Pindi Charkan Khurd had a total population of 338, including 163 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Pindi Charkan Khurd?
Pindi Charkan Khurd had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pindi Charkan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pindi Charkan Khurd was 82.09%. Male literacy was 90.78% and female literacy was 74.19%.